Staff Accountant

Kalamazoo Nature Center • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the Kalamazoo Nature Center’s financial operations, helping ensure accurate, timely, and well-organized financial information for its conservation, education, and community programs. The role works closely with the Vice President of Finance and colleagues across the organization and includes hands-on accounting, problem-solving, and support for the organization’s financial stewardship.

The position is full-time and exempt, based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and reports to the Vice President of Finance. The target start date is in March.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Two to five years of experience in a related role.
• Must pass a pre-employment background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Non-profit accounting experience or knowledge.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Experience with Financial Edge NXT.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the general ledger and accurately and timely record financial transactions.
• Prepare and post recurring, adjusting, and year-end journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Prepare month-end closing information, schedules, and reports for review by the Vice President of Finance.
• Reconcile cash, payroll, customer accounts, and other balance sheet accounts to support monthly close activities.
• Monitor cash balances and activity and communicate cash-flow needs, concerns, or trends to the Vice President of Finance.
• Review, code, and process Accounts Payable invoices and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Create and distribute Accounts Receivable invoices and assist with collection efforts and follow-up on outstanding balances.
• Work with vendors to obtain information, resolve discrepancies, and address outstanding issues.
• Approve closed cash drawers and prepare deposits through Altru and other applicable systems.
• Process payroll in partnership with the Vice President of Finance and Human Resources Director.
• File monthly and annual sales tax returns and maintain compliance with applicable reporting requirements.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with retention requirements and best practices.
• Support the annual audit by preparing schedules, reports, and documentation requested by auditors.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and established financial controls.
• Identify, communicate, and help implement opportunities to improve accounting processes, internal controls, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Pass a pre-employment background screening.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Seven paid holidays
• Additional paid leave during severe weather closures
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Simple IRA with employer match
• Additional KNC employee benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level